The Steelcase Leap chair hit the mark throughout and when only looking at build quality, it was definitely worth the cost. The Steelcase Leap was made with a lot of plastics, which kept the overall weight of the chair somewhat down.
Is Steelcase better than Herman Miller?
Herman Miller and Steelcase offer two of the best office chair warranties in the industry. With that said, Herman Miller has a slight edge over Steelcase, with fewer exclusions on certain aspects of the chair and some additional services.
How long do Steelcase chairs last?
Steelcase Leap starts in the low $800's, which is a steep price for any office chair. You can buy a cheaper chair that looks the same, but it'll lack the ergonomic features that set Leap apart from competitors. While Leap isn't an option for everyone, it does have a lifespan of 20 years.
Is Steelcase made in the USA?
Steelcase has 9 manufacturing plants in North America. Kentwood east, Markham, Ontario, and Grand Prairie, Texas plants are slated to close. 6 plants remain, including Gaines Township and Kentwood west in Michigan, one in Athens Alabama, High Point, North Carolina, and two in Mexico.
Where are Steelcase products made?
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Where is Steelcase Leap manufactured?
The chair is built in Mexico and the fit and finish throughout were impeccable. When you're paying upwards of $1,000, your expectations are definitely higher than that of a $200 alternative. The Steelcase Leap chair hit the mark throughout and when only looking at build quality, it was definitely worth the cost.
What's so special about Steelcase chairs?
Steelcase chairs were some of our favorite products we tested. The Steelcase Gesture received a perfect score in terms of build, ease of assembly, and quality of materials. Its lifetime warranty also gave it high marks, but it simply wasn't as comfortable as the other Steelcase chairs we tested.
How can you tell if a Steelcase is real?
Steelcase affixes a unique serial number on every chair. All you need do is call/email their customer service department to verify that the serial number on your chair matches their records. Just go online for contact info. They are, indeed.
Is Steelcase a good brand?
If you're looking for a new office chair and would like something high-end, Steelcase is a great brand to consider. In our reviews at BTOD, most of the Steelcase Office Chairs rank high in categories like back comfort, seat comfort, and ergonomics and are heavily used my employees on regular basis.